Wreath Workshop November 21, 2011

About a dozen members attended the November workshop to complete wreaths for the East Hampton Public Library and the village gazebo.  Sue, Projects Coordinator, decided to learn how to make a garland for the gazebo instead of the swag we've placed there in recent years.  She went to Ballek's Garden Center in East Haddam for help in learning how to do this. The process for making a garland involves small bundles wired (much like making a wreath) and wrapped with strapping cord (different from making a wreath).  Look for the garland on the Summit Street side of the gazebo with adorned with bright red ribbons for the holidays.

New member, Emma, learned to make a wreath with bundles of variegated greens wired to a metal wreath frame.  She was very successful with some help from Karen, President, and Ellen (not shown).

Cheryl helped make the bundles that were used to create the wreaths.

Members take a break for some pizza and conversation before finishing off the civic projects for the East Hampton Public Library.